Nile D. Coers Obituary (1936

Nile D. Coers, 83, of Shelbyville, passed away Thursday, December 12, 2019 at St. Francis Hospital. Born December 12, 1936 in Shelbyville, he was the son of Russell Coers and Mildred (Kuhn) Coers. He married Susan (Meiks) Coers on December 22, 1970 and she survives. Other survivors include 2 sisters- Christine Laird of Shelbyville, Nancy Brazier (husband Dave) of New Hampshire; and seven nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, and a sister Linda Mann. Mr. Coers had lived in this area his entire lifetime, and graduated from Shelbyville High School in 1954. He had been a lifelong self employed farmer. He was an active member of Little Blue River Baptist Church, and had served in the Indiana National Guard. Nile enjoyed traveling, water skiing, woodworking, and playing cards. He was an avid Chicago Cubs fan, and loved spending time with his family and friends. A Celebration of Life will be 12:00 noon on Wednesday, December 18, 2019 at Little Blue River Baptist Church, 3515 N. 500 E., with Pastor Ken Morgan officiating. Friends may call at the church from 10:00 am until the time of the service. Memorial contributions can be made to Little Blue River Baptist Church, 3515 N. 500 E., Shelbyville, IN 46176